Several Rockets players need to step up without Patrick Beverley

We've (almost) made it everyone! Real, meaningful, regular season NBA basketball returns tomorrow. Although the Rockets don't begin their season until Wednesday, make sure you're caught up on the latest Rockets news with today's Rocket Fuel!

Stalwarts James Harden, Trevor Ariza lead retooled Rockets roster | Houston Chronicle

Through all the travails and team meetings of the Rockets' tumultuous, disheartening 2015-16 season, James Harden and Trevor Ariza remained constants.

2016-17 NBA Season Predictions for Each Houston Rockets Player | Bleacher Report

Here's an in-depth look at the Rockets roster with predictions for the roles and stats of each player.

Houston Rockets try to move on without Patrick Beverley | ESPN

With Patrick Beverley sidelined four to six weeks with a knee injury, the Rockets will need all their players to step up their defense.

D'Antoni thinks he has dream team in Rockets | USA Today

With James Harden running the show, D'Antoni has a team that could score big, and he's excited about it (then again, who isn't??)

Most interesting NBA prop bets for 2016-17: Your guide to making correct picks | CBS Sports

Will Cousins get traded? How many games will Wade play? Will Tristan and Khloe remain a thing? Make sure you get your bets in!